Hongqi (FAW) · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Hongqi Guoyao (Hongqi Guoyao) in Saudi Arabia — Local Name, Rules & Costs

In Saudi Arabia, the Hongqi Guoyao (红旗国耀, Hóngqíguóyào) is sold as the Hongqi Guoyao.

What it is called in Saudi Arabia

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China (domestic) Hongqi Guoyao (红旗国耀 · Hóngqíguóyào) Domestic name
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Hongqi Guoyao Market export name

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia import rules at a glance

Customs duty
5%
VAT
15%
Age limit
≤ 5 years
Emission standard
Verify
Drive side
LHD

Saudi Arabia is a GCC market — vehicles must meet the Gulf (GCC) specification and pass the regional conformity regime, such as SASO/SABER certification in Saudi Arabia or ESMA type approval in the UAE.

  • SASO/SABER cert
  • No accident / no modified cars
  • Over-age compensation fee 20-50%

How to import this car into Saudi Arabia

  1. Verify the vehicle is no more than 5 years old at customs clearance.
  2. Obtain Gulf (GCC) conformity certification for Saudi Arabia — e.g. SASO/SABER in Saudi Arabia or ESMA type approval in the UAE.
  3. Budget 5% customs duty plus 15% VAT on top of the vehicle price.
  4. No drive-side conversion needed: Saudi Arabia is a left-hand-drive market, same as China.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Hongqi Guoyao called in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, the Hongqi Guoyao (红旗国耀, Hóngqíguóyào) is sold as the Hongqi Guoyao.

How much tax do I pay importing a Hongqi Guoyao into Saudi Arabia?

Importing a used Hongqi Guoyao into Saudi Arabia means a 5% customs duty and 15% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.

Can I import a used Hongqi Guoyao into Saudi Arabia?

Yes, used imports are possible: imported vehicles must be no more than 5 years old. Saudi Arabia is a left-hand-drive market, so vehicles must be left-hand drive.

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FOB pricing, Saudi Arabia market rules and landed-cost estimates for the Hongqi Guoyao — via AutoGlobal.

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